How to Build a Custom Malware Analysis Sandbox
Mar 24, 2022
Before hunting malware, every researcher needs to find a system where to analyze it. There are several ways to do it: build your own environment or use third-party solutions. Today we will walk through all the steps of creating a custom malware sandbox where you can perform a proper analysis without infecting your computer. And then compare it with a ready-made service. Why do you need a malware sandbox? A sandbox allows detecting cyber threats and analyzing them safely. All information remains secure, and a suspicious file can't access the system. You can monitor malware processes, identify their patterns and investigate behavior. Before setting up a sandbox, you should have a clear goal of what you want to achieve through the lab. There are two ways how to organize your working space for analysis: Custom sandbox. Made from scratch by an analyst on their own, specifically for their needs. A turnkey solution. A versatile service with a range of configurat...
